Serving 12 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Seneca Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OR
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seneca Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Seneca Elementary School's student population of 12 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1932
School Rankings
Seneca Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seneca Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#249 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
75%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
26%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seneca Elementary School's ranking?
Seneca Elementary School is ranked #249 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Seneca Elementary School?
12 students attend Seneca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Seneca Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seneca Elementary School?
Seneca Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Seneca Elementary School offer ?
Seneca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seneca Elementary School part of?
Seneca Elementary School is part of John Day SD 3 School District.
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